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Nursing (NURSI) 1100Introduction to Health Care3 credit hours

Concepts and principles related to health, health care delivery and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the communication process and the impact of culture, ethnicity and spirituality on health-seeking behaviors. Concepts of interdisciplinary health teams and theoretical foundation of beginning nursing skills are introduced. Strategies for success in the nursing program are introduced. Prerequisite: Admission to Nursing program or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 1101Nursing I: Fundamentals3 credit hours

Fundamentals of nursing practice including major concepts, basic knowledge, and nursing skills related to the care of clients are introduced. Assessment of the client such as physical assessment, culture, pharmacology, and the nursing process are a main focus. Lecture, discussion, and college and clinical practice laboratories are used as learning experiences. Clinical experiences include acute and/or non-acute settings. Prerequisite: Admission to Nursing program, Nursing 1100, current CNA in Illinois, Anatomy & Physiology 1552 or Anatomy & Physiology 1572. (1.5 lecture hours, 4 lab hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 1102Nursing 2: Mental Health3 credit hours

Enhancement of the mental health of individuals across the life span. Nursing management of the major clinical syndromes, primary prevention, early intervention of alterations in thoughts, moods, and behavior. Role of the professional nurse as a partner in a multidisciplinary team. Clinical experiences include acute care hospitals, behavioral health centers, and related treatment settings. Prerequisite: Nursing 1101 (2 lecture hours, 4 lab hours)

Theory and skills related to history taking, physical assessment and completing a head-to-toe assessment of the adult patient. Significant assessment differences in the pediatric patient is discussed. Prerequisites: Admission to Nursing program and Nursing 1100 with a grade of C or better or equivalent (1 lecture hour)

Nursing (NURSI) 1105Medical-Surgical I7 credit hours

Principles of nursing practice including major concepts, basic knowledge and nursing skills related to the care of patients are introduced. Pharmacology, pain control, nursing process, care of the surgical patient, and care of patients with alterations in: musculoskeletal system, skin integrity, fluid and electrolytes and shock states (hypovolemic and septic) are main foci. Lecture, discussion, college laboratories and clinical practice are used as learning experiences. Clinical experiences include acute and/or non-acute settings. Prerequisite: Admission to Nursing program, Nursing 1100 with a grade of C or better, Anatomy & Physiology 1552 or Anatomy & Physiology 1572 with a grade of C or better and current CNA in Illinois. (4 lecture hours, 8 lab hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 1120Role of the Nurse I1 credit hours

Introduction to essential concepts and core values of the nursing profession within the context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health, and environment. Emphasis is placed on nursing process, communication, health promotion, practice standards, and the various roles of the nurse in the delivery of healthcare. Prerequisite: Admission to Nursing program and Microbiology 1420 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or concurrent enrollment in Microbiology 1420 (1 lecture hour)

Nursing (NURSI) 1130Introduction to Core Concepts4 credit hours

Introduction to essential concepts and core values of health within the context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health, and environment. Emphasis on development, functional ability, nutrition, elimination, homeostasis, care giving, and safety. Prerequisite: Nursing 1120 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Nursing 1140 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Nursing 1150 with a grade of C or better or equivalent and Microbiology 1420 with a grade of C or better or equivalent. (2 lecture hours, 4 lab hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 1140Physical Assessment2 credit hours

Theoretical basis for assessing the health status of individuals with an emphasis on cultural diversity and age related differences. Application of cognitive, psychomotor, communication, and critical thinking skills in conducting a health assessment. Assists the students in identifying and communicating normal and abnormal findings. Prerequisite: Admission to Nursing program and Microbiology 1420 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or concurrent enrollment in Microbiology 1420 (1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours)

Principles of normal and altered physiology. Disease states and alterations in health status throughout the lifespan, incorporating diverse populations. Overview of common disease processes and their impact on homeostasis. Prerequisite: Admission to Nursing program and Microbiology 1420 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or concurrent enrollment in Microbiology 1420 (3 lecture hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 1160Foundations of Pharmacology2 credit hours

Principles of pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and medication administration. Preparation for safe administration of pharmaceutical agents to populations across the lifespan. Emphasis on drug classification, dosage calculation, drug action, side effects, nursing implications, and patient education. Prerequisite: Nursing 1120 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Nursing 1140 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Nursing 1150 with a grade of C or better or equivalent and Microbiology 1420 with a grade of C or better or equivalent. (2 lecture hours)

Nursing care of the familiy during the reproductive years. Emphasis on the childbearing process, wellness of the family, and maintenance of health. Adverse outcomes of pregnancy and care of the well child are presented. Clinical experiences include acute and/or non-acute settings. Prerequisite: Nursing 1103 (2 lecture hours, 6 lab hours)

Nursing care of the woman and family during the reproductive years. Focus on the childbearing process and wellness of the family in the childbearing years. Women's health and wellness is emphasized. Adverse outcomes of pregnancy are presented. Care of the well and hospitalized child and family are discussed. Clinical experiences include acute and ambulatory care settings, as well as community based experiences. Prerequisites: Nursing 1104, Nursing 1105 and Psychology 2237 or consent of instructor (2.5 lecture hours, 7 lab hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 1208Neuropsychiatric Nursing5 credit hours

Application of the nursing process to management of psychiatric and neuropsychiatric disorders. Mental health enhancement of diverse populations. Not the role of the professional nurse as partner in a multidisciplinary team. Lecture discussion, laboratory, and clinical practice are used as learning experiences. Prerequisite: Nursing 1104, Nursing 1105 and Psychology 2237 or consent of instructor (2.5 lecture hours, 7 lab hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 1210LPN to ADN Transition4 credit hours

Advanced concepts and skills used by the Registered Nurse when caring for patients with normal and common health problems requiring perinatal, mental health, and general medical/surgical interventions. Application of the nursing process for health promotion, health maintenance, and disease prevention. Nursing skills and techniques are developed and demonstrated in the nursing skills laboratory. Includes intravenous therapy and medications administered through central lines. Prerequisite: Students must be a licensed practical nurse and provisionally admitted to the Nursing program. (2.5 lecture hours, 3 lab hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 1220Health and Illness Concepts I5 credit hours

Expands upon the essential concepts of health and illness within the context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health, and environment. Emphasis on human response to chronic alterations in multidimensional processes and restoration of homeostasis. Prerequisite: Nursing 1130 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Nursing 1160 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Microbiology 1420 with a grade of C or better or equivalent and English 1101 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or concurrent enrollment in English 1101 and Psychology 2237 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or concurrent enrollment in Psychology 2237 (2 lecture hours, 6 lab hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 1230Family Health Concepts I5 credit hours

Conceptual principles and values of providing multidimensional nursing care to individuals, children, and families within the context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health, and the environment. Emphasis on health, wellness, and illness throughout the lifespan. Prerequisite: Nursing 1130 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Nursing 1160 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Microbiology 1420 with a grade of C or better or equivalent and English 1101 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or concurrent enrollment in English 1101 and Psychology 2237 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or concurrent enrollment in Psychology 2237 (2 lecture hours, 6 lab hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 1305Pharmacotherapeutics2 credit hours

Concepts necessary for the pharmacological management of common health problems. Includes dosage calculations. Prerequisite: Admission to Nursing Program and Nursing 1105 or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours)

Theory and skills relevant to history taking and physical assessment of adult patients. Head-to-toe assessment of the adult and special populations are included. Prerequisite: Practicing RN or completion of Nursing 1205 or consent of instructor; program admission approval required. (0.5 lecture hour, 3 lab hours)

Exploration and analysis of topics within the discipline to meet individual student-defined course description, goals, objectives, topical outline and methods of evaluation in coordination with and approved by the instructor. This course may be taken four times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor is required (1 to 4 lecture hours)

A laboratory course for ADN students that provides for the practice of nursing skills basic to the practice of nursing. Prerequisite: Nursing 1206 or equivalent or consent of instructor; Admission to Nursing program is required. (1 lab hour)

Application of the nursing process in the care of clients of all age groups with cardiovascular, respiratory, and endocrine disorders. Clinical experiences include acute and/or non-acute settings. Lecture, discussion and clinical practice are used as learning experiences. Prerequisite: Nursing 1206 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Nursing 1207 with a grade of C or better or equivalent and Nursing 1208 with a grade of C or better or equivalent (2.5 lecture hours, 7.5 lab hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 2110Contemporary Issues in Nursing2 credit hours

Current issues and trends in professional nursing are explored. Career opportunities for professional registered nurses are discussed. Components of professional nurse practice act are explored. Prerequisite: Admission to Nursing program is required and Nursing 1206 with a grade of C or better and Nursing 1207 with a grade of C or better or Nursing 1208 with a grade of C or better, or Nursing 1210 with a grade of C or better for ADN bridge students (2 lecture hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 2120Health and Illness Concepts II5 credit hours

Further explores concepts of health and illness within the context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health, and environment. Emphasis on human response to acute alterations in multidimensional processes and restoration of homeostasis. Prerequisite: Nursing 1220 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Nursing 1230 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, English 1101 with a grade of C or better or equivalent and Speech 1100 or Speech 1120 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 6 lab hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 2130Family Health Concepts II5 credit hours

Further explores the conceptual principles and values of providing multidimensional nursing care to individuals, children, and families within the context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health, and the environment. Emphasis on health, wellness, and illness throughout the lifespan. Prerequisite: Nursing 1220 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Nursing 1230 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, English 1101 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Psychology 2237 with a grade of C or better or equivalent and Speech 1100 or Speech 1120 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 6 lab hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 2160Pharmacology & Disease Processes1 credit hours

Explores the relationship between medication and disease processes. Emphasis on reactions to medications, both therapeutically and adversely, in order to predict potential drug interactions. Focuses on critically ill patients across the lifespan, emphasizing medication management of intravenous therapy, drug titration, parenteral nutrition, and medication administration via central lines and epidural routes. Prerequisite: Nursing 1220 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Nursing 1230 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, English 1101 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Psychology 2237 with a grade of C or better or equivalent and Speech 1100 or Speech 1120 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or concurrent enrollment in Speech 1100 or Speech 1120 (1 lecture hour)

Nursing (NURSI) 2201Medical-Surgical 410 credit hours

Application of the nursing process in the care of patients of all age groups with burns, gastrointestinal, hepatic, pancreatic, biliary, renal, hematological, immunological, neurological, and sensory (eye/ear) disorders. Integration of theory for the management of acute and chronic conditions including concepts of emergency care, basic first aid, sexually transmitted diseases and domestic violence. Concepts of community nursing including home care are introduced. Clinical experiences include acute and/or non-acute settings. Prerequisite: Nursing 2109 (5 lecture hours, 15 lab hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 2202Clinical Decision Making1 credit hours

Cumulative integration of concepts learned throughout the nursing curriculum. Emphasis will be placed on analysis of critical thinking skills and synthesis of clinical decision making through evaluation of case studies and clinical simulations. Prerequisite: Nursing 2109 (1 lecture hour)

Nursing (NURSI) 2208Nursing 8: Gi/Neuro/Eye4 credit hours

Application of the nursing process in the care of clients of all age groups with gastrointestinal, neurologial, and sensory (eye and ear) disorders. Laboratory introduces additional nursing skills basic to the care of the gastrointestinal client. Clinical experiences include acute and/or non-acute settings. Prerequisite: Nursing 2107 (2 lecture hours, 6 lab hours)

Concepts of community nursing including home care are introduced. Care of the burn victim and the victim of domestic violence is included. Emphasis is placed on the application of the nursing process to clients requiring healthcare in community settings. Laboratory introduces additional nursing skills basic to the care of the client in the community setting. Clinical experiences include acute and non-acute settings. Prerequisite: Nursing 2107 (2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 2320Complex Health Problems5 credit hours

Development of complex health and illness concepts within the context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health, and environment. Individuals and groups experiencing critical alterations in multidimensional processes and restoration of homeostasis. Prerequisite: Nursing 2120 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Nursing 2130 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Nursing 2160 with a grade of C or better or equivalent and Speech 1100 or Speech 1120 with a grade of C or better or equivalent (2 lecture hours, 6 lab hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 2330Role of the Nurse II1 credit hours

Synthesis of concepts and 2302 context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health and environment. Emphasis is placed on leadership, professionalism, collaboration and safety as a member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team in a dynamic healthcare system. Prerequisite: Nursing 2120 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Nursing 2130 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Nursing 2160 with a grade of C or better or equivalent and Speech 1100 or Speech 1120 with a grade of C or better or equivalent (1 lecture hour)

Nursing (NURSI) 2340Clinical Decision Making Practicum3 credit hours

Assimilation of concepts within the context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health, and environment. Emphasis on accountability for practice, collaboration as a member of the health care team, and management of the care of a group of patients. Prepares the student to transition to the role of registered professional nurse under the guidance and supervision of a nurse preceptor. Prerequisite: Nursing 2320 with a grade of C or better or equivalent, Nursing 2330 with a grade of C or better or equivalent and Speech 1100 or Speech 1120 with a grade of C or better or equivalent (9 lab hours)

Nursing (NURSI) 2350Nursing Update7 credit hours

Intended for the registered nurse who has been inactive in nursing for a period of time or whose license has lapsed. Theoretical and clinical foundations of nursing practice. Nursing knowledge and skills are applied in acute and/or non-acute settings. Prerequisite: Eligibility for registered nurse licensure in Illinois (4 lecture hours, 9 lab hours)

Course requires participation in Career and Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Associate Dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.

Continuation of Internship (Career and Technical Education). Course requires participation in Career & Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Associate Dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.

Basic Nursing Assistant Training Program (BNATP) provides instruction on the basic nursing skills to assist the professional nurse. Skills include personal care, vital signs, body mechanics, safety measures, resident's rights, infection control, communication, and observation. Exploration of geriatric and Alzheimer's patients included. This course has been approved by Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). Upon successful completion of the Basic Nursing Assistant (BNA) program, students are eligible to take the certification exam to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). This is managed by the Illinois Department of Public Health. Prerequisite: Program admission is required. Advising session attendance or equivalent; select health requirements as explained at the Advising Session, Reading Placement Test - Category One and Writing Placement Essay - Category One. (English 1101 or English 1102 or equivalent with a grade of C or better meets the Writing Placement Essay requirement.)(3 lecture hours, 4 lab hours)

College of DuPage Addison Center

College of DuPage Addison Center is located in the Technology Center of DuPage (TCD) on the east side of Swift Road, north of North Avenue and south of Army Trail Road. Swift Road is approximately 3/4 mile west of Route 53 or I-355.

College of DuPage Lisle location

The Lisle location is home to the College of DuPage Foundation, Center of Entrepreneurship and WorkNet Force. College of DuPage Lisle is located in the One Corporate Lakes building at the corner of Forbes and Cabot drives, just north of Warrenville Road.

College of DuPage Naperville Center

College of DuPage Naperville Center is located on the south side of Rickert Drive. Rickert Drive is accessed by turning north from 75th Street two miles west of Washington Street. From Route 59, travel east on 75th Street to Rickert Drive and turn north.

College of DuPage Westmont Center

College of DuPage Westmont Center is located on the west side of Pasquinelli Drive. Pasquinelli Drive is accessed by turning north from Ogden Avenue one block west of Route 83. The center entrance is immediately north of the bank.